The session will describe the NCURA Research Program funded RAAAP project – a worldwide survey of the profession that was undertaken in 2016. The survey provided both a snapshot of the profession across a number of countries and looked at the skills needed to become a research administration leader. 2,691 responses were received. Various analyses will be presented including differences by country and type of person.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the questionnaire and survey

Gain an insight into the makeup of the profession worldwide

Understand which skills and expertise are most valued by research administration leaders, enabling them to plan professional development

Know where to access the data and other resources to help their own staff development objectives

More information is available on the RAAAP website: https://raaapworldwide.wordpress.com/

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